MetalCore Migrates from Immutable zkEVM Chain to Solana
MetalCore is migrating from the Immutable zkEVM chain to Solana.
Currently in closed beta, MetalCore is a futuristic shooter game featuring tactical vehicular combat against prehistoric monsters in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Developed by Studio369, the team will utilize Solana Lab’s GameShift platform, which includes a marketplace with integrated payment systems and a self-custodial wallet through GameShift’s API.
CEO Matt Candler stated that the aim is to provide optimal infrastructure for players to enhance their gaming experience.
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The Solana version of MetalCore season two will launch in November, allowing players to bridge their in-game assets to Solana.
LALIGA partners with Sportsbet
LALIGA has partnered with Sportsbet.io, a crypto betting platform, to increase fan engagement.
This partnership will introduce exclusive offers, prizes, and content for LALIGA fans.
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Jorge de la Vega, executive general manager of LALIGA, emphasized the goal of creating dynamic experiences for fans and enhancing global audience connections.
A 2023 Deloitte report indicated that 60% of sports fans are open to purchasing a “fan token” for rewards like tickets to live events.
Interesting statistics:
- The “Gold Rush” tap-to-earn Telegram minigame by PiP World attracted over 500,000 users within its first month.
- Daily trading volumes for blockchain games increased by 8.94% in August, according to Nansen. The action RPG Seraph led with 537,000 daily active wallets, surpassing Illuvium and Axie Infinity.
Additional notes:
- The move-to-earn Web3 game STEPN GO is collaborating with Snoop Dogg to release 800 limited edition Genesis Sneakers available via a raffle from Oct. 28 to Nov. 8.
- Nifty Island, a metaverse game, revealed its latest development roadmap, introducing user-generated content tools, a creator marketplace for NFTs, and digital land ownership.
- OpenSea has integrated B3 Chain, a gaming ecosystem on Base.